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Total Time :1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6

INGREDIENTS
 

  • 1.3 pounds/600 grams ground chicken thighs
  • 1 large white onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 handful cilantro
  • 1 handful parsley
  • 1 handful celery leaves
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ras el hanout
  • 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 15 artichoke bottoms, fresh or frozen
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch celery with leaves, coarsely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ras el hanout
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon date syrup
  • 4 slices preserved lemon

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a food processor, combine the onion, garlic, cilantro, parsley, and celery leaves. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and add the ground chicken thighs, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, pepper, turmeric, paprika, ras el hanout, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix thoroughly by hand or with a spatula until uniform. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm.
  • If using fresh artichoke bottoms, peel and clean them thoroughly, then submerge in a large bowl of cold water with lemon juice to prevent discoloration. If using frozen, thaw completely and pat dry.
  • Stuff each artichoke bottom with a generous amount of the chicken mixture, pressing to pack it tightly. Set aside on a plate.
  • In a large sauté pan (sautéuse or deep, wide pot with lid), heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chopped garlic, turmeric, granulated garlic, salt, ras el hanout, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spices bloom and the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add the chopped celery (including leaves) and enough water to reach halfway up the side of the pot—about 3 cups/700 milliliters. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Gently nestle the stuffed artichokes into the broth, ensuring the filling is facing up. Add the preserved lemon slices and drizzle the silan over the top. If needed, add a bit more water to cover the artichokes nearly fully. Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 1 hour, until the artichokes are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  • Preheat the oven to 340°F/170°C (convection/fan setting). Remove the pot lid and transfer the entire pan to the oven. Roast uncovered for 15 minutes to deepen the flavor and allow the tops to lightly brown.
  • Garnish with extra celery leaves and serve hot, spooning the lemony broth over each serving.

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